This vigorously carved frame - reproduced from a wooden original - symmetrically arrays a beautifully detailed grapevine around its border. It is reminescent of the work of William Morris - one of the founders of the Arts and Crafts movement in 19th century England - which borrowed and reinterpreted medieval and renaissance forms. The outer border of the frame is established by the botanical motif - overlaying a traditional picture frame created from multiple tiers of moldings. The latter determines both the underlying contour of the frame and its inner border. 10 1/2" high.
English 19th century